Oceanside Affordable Hotels

Make yourself at home at our Holiday Inn Express® hotels in Oceanside, just north of San Diego near Camp Pendleton. From your sunny Southern California base, you’ll soon be sunbathing on golden beaches and admiring incredible surf photography at the California Surf Museum.

Our Oceanside hotels are near the historic Oceanside Pier. Reaching some 1,900 feet into the Pacific Ocean, the pier is perfect for an early morning jog or a sunset stroll. The beaches closest to the pier are busiest—head farther south for less congestion and free street parking. You can rent a boogie board or sign-up for surf lessons with the vendors and shops at Tyson Street Beach. The California Surf Museum downtown celebrates surfing culture with photographs of the sport's legends and a collection of historic longboards. At the San Diego Wild Animal Park in Escondido, rhinos, giraffes and lions roam in relative freedom in naturalistic settings. Walk the park's many trails or hop aboard an open-air tram for a closer look.

Order surf-and-turf at restaurants in Harbor Village near our Oceanside hotels or head downtown for an excellent selection of Mexican eateries. Shops in Harbor Village specialize in beach gear and souvenirs, though you'll find a variety of boutiques and antiques stores downtown. Laid-back Oceanside nightlife revolves around Harbor Village watering holes, where locals and Camp Pendleton Marines shoot pool and sip cold beers.

Choose our Holiday Inn Express® hotels in Oceanside to explore California’s largest Spanish mission. The stately white Mission San Luis Rey de Francia was built in the 1800s in a sheltered valley a short drive inland from our Oceanside hotels. Tour the beautifully-restored church to see the copper altar hand-hammered by Native Americans. The mission's enclosed central square features an elaborate stone terrace and sunken garden.

Opened in late 2013, we are the only Select Service IHG property in Carlsbad. Unique features include complimentary hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking; fridge microwave in room, walking distance to beach, restaurants next to hotel, spacious modern rooms and 1,430 sq. ft. meeting space. We also offer select corporate shuttle transportation.

Our hotel has a breathtaking, resort-style courtyard that features beautiful manicured grounds for functions. A large pool and spa with surrounding seats and cabanas await you, as well as a putting green and sports court. Our grounds and exterior function space is the perfect place to celebrate weddings or other important milestones.

Latest Oceanside Hotel Reviews

Hotel was beautifully decorated. Rooms were very spacious and clean with comfortable beds and pillows. Terrific hotel staff, very professional and friendly.[Less]

By Samantha321

Clean, new, and affordable hotel.

I found this hotel last minute after being disappointed with a different hotel. This property was beautiful, spacious, and brand new. Our room was very modern, clean, and comfortable. It was a very[More]
hot weekend and the AC worked wonderfully (turning on throughout the night as needed). The blackout curtains allowed us to sleep in for a change! My boyfriend was very happy that we had Direct TV. I was happy that the shower was very clean, had good water pressure, and did not run out of hot water. The only issue we had was the thin walls/doors. We could hear kids running and screaming through the halls. Other than that, our stay was perfect. I will definitely stay here again if I find myself in Carlsbad. [Less]

By cobrakai34

Beautiful Hotel and wonderful stay

The staff was very nice and accommodating the entire stay. We were upgraded to a King Jacuzzi suite which was really big and very nice. The pool, Basketball courts and putting greens were clean and[More]
well taken care of.
We will definitely stay here again if we come to Carlsbad!!!! [Less]

By DesertDomer

Close to the ocean!

We were headed down from Huntington Beach and wanted a stay close to the ocean and closer to I-8 for our drive back to Tucson. This property was within walking distance from the ocean and we had a[More]
nice water view from our 3rd floor room. While we didn't go to Legoland, we saw plenty of guests who were staying here for their Legoland trips.
Overall the facilities were great. Our toddler loved the heated pool area and it was nice to be so close to the beach. We will definitely consider staying here again in the future if we head back in the area! [Less]

By Gigi52

Excellent accessibility and great staff

We stayed for 6 nights and every single aspect of this hotel was great. The staff were friendly and always helpful taking care of every request immediately and with a smile...even delivered a sewing[More]
kit to our room within 5 minutes of my call to front dest to inquire as to whether they had them available for me to come and get! The ADA room we had there was well laid out and perfect in every detail. The entire property is lovely and very clean and the pool was enjoyed immensely by our two toddler grandchildren! The breakfast options were many and the flavor of all the food was very good. Also this hotel is easy walking distance to Poinsettia Station and right across the street from a wonderful shopping center with Ralph's Grocery, Rite-Aid, and Ace Hardware, many great food choices and other small shops. We will definately stay there whenever we visit Carlsbad. [Less]

By Josie2013

Great Value

Overall it was a good hotel. Fitness room was small and limited but I was still able to get in a workout. Pool and hot tub was a plus. The room was very musty when we first arrived. We needed to air[More]
it out and turn on the air. But once we did that the first day, the rest of the week was fine. Our stay was for Legoland vacation. Wish they offered a shuttle there. Breakfast was more than just continental, which was nice. Staff was AMAZING! So helpful and so nice. [Less]

By Tron741

Excellent Suite experience

Had only two problems with the dry cleaning services but overall an excellent experience and a great value. Would definitely stay again.[Less]

By campos1223

great service

will definitely stay there again, the atmosphere was excellent[Less]

By AustinEoU

Friendly Staff, Great Beds, and Awesome Courtyard

The staff was very helpful and friendly. I had never been to that part of California before, and only planned on going to Seaworld. The staff gave many suggestions on where to go, what to do, and[More]
some places to eat, all of which turned out to be great. The rooms and lounge areas were nicely arranged, and they had some of the most comfortable hotel beds I've slept on. Although I was mostly away from the hotel, I made time to stop into the courtyard and look around. They had a nice variety of things to do such as tennis, putting, and swimming, and the courtyard made for a really nice view from the room window. The hotel seemed to be in a great central location for anything that you could think to do down there. I'll be sure to stay again when I go back to Southern California! [Less]

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